Master of Genetic Counselling

关于课程

The Master of Genetic Counselling is a professionally accredited coursework degree designed to prepare students to support individuals and families affected by genetic conditions. You will learn from practising genetic counsellors, scientists and clinicians, and develop capability in providing risk information, education and counselling within multidisciplinary healthcare teams. The course also offers opportunities for international clinical placements and research collaborations through established global networks.

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Students develop specialised knowledge of genetic conditions and clinical genetics, alongside advanced counselling and communication skills for supporting patients and families. The course builds competence in delivering accurate risk assessment and education, facilitating informed decision-making, and providing emotional support in sensitive healthcare contexts. Graduates are prepared for supervised professional practice and ongoing development toward full certification as a Genetic Counsellor.

职业成果

Graduates may pursue roles as Associate Genetic Counsellors in Australia or internationally, working in hospitals, clinical genetics services and specialist healthcare settings. Career paths commonly involve providing counselling, patient education and risk communication as part of multidisciplinary medical teams. With further supervised practice and professional development, graduates can progress toward fully certified genetic counsellor roles and related positions in clinical services, research and genomics-focused health programs.

Entry requirements

IELTS 7.0 with written 7.0 and no band less than 6.5

墨尔本的生活成本**

餐厅 （膳食，便宜的餐厅） A$ 15 - 20	每月租金 （市中心一间卧室） A$ 1,583 - 2,094	每月租金 （中心外有一间卧室） A$ 1,207 - 1,596
运输 （日常的） A$ 7 - 9	每月公用事业费用 （电力、移动和互联网） A$ 240 - 318

平均工资***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**来源：numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)